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[inisfad]

Ah, yes, I understand that. Of course, if I had a newer machine, many of the repairs that I’ve done on this one, would have been impossible for me to do. For example, I understand that it is no longer possible to replace drum bearings. Instead, machines need to be replaced rather than repaired. The list of things I’ve replaced is a bit daunting: carbon brushes in the motor, drum bearings, spider, pump, hot and cold water valves, suspension rod, door gasket, door glass and door surround (the last two I found in the recyclers). I suppose if I add the cost (and time) of all of this up, it would have been cheaper just to buy a new machine. But there’s also a certain sense of accomplishment that I’ve done this all myself (with your help, of course). And new machines not allowing me to use an economy wash is a matter of principle. It would be interesting to know how many of those original millions of machines are still in use….:)

[iadom]

Just to add I have seen machines work for years with one spoke missing.:)

[inisfad]

iadom wrote:Just to add I have seen machines work for years with one spoke missing.:)

LOL! And good to know. I was nervous about using it with the hairline crack in that one spoke. It is truly tiny…I only found it by running my fingernail over the spokes. All the others are completely free of any cracks. So at least I can continue to do laundry while I wait for my new drum pulley. I ordered it yesterday so I’ll get it soon. By the way, thank you so much for the manual that you sent me. It gives me the proper part numbers, so I don’t have to spend hours researching to see if the parts I’m looking to buy are the right ones.

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